Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
SA12 · Neath Port Talbot
112
crimes in April 2026
Near national average
SA31 · Carmarthenshire
244
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Baglan has less crime — 112 vs 244 incidents in April 2026.
Carmarthen recorded notably higher crime than Baglan in April 2026 — 244 vs 112 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Baglan sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (19), while Carmarthen has more Shoplifting (24). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Baglan recorded fewer crimes than Carmarthen — 112 vs 244 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Carmarthen is above the national average.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Baglan saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Carmarthen had more Shoplifting. Overall, Baglan recorded fewer total crimes (112 vs 244).